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The Benefits of Porcelain Veneers

August 15, 2014

Porcelain VeneersThere are many different cosmetic dentistry procedures that can drastically alter the appearance of your smile. Whether you have crooked teeth, a large gap, or discoloration, there are treatment options that dentists can perform to give you the smile you once had or have always dreamed of having. Porcelain veneers are one option that has many positive benefits for dental patients. These thin shells are attached directly to the tooth permanently and can last for many years with proper care.

Immediate Results

Porcelain veneers are commonly referred to as “instant orthodontics.” Unlike other orthodontic treatments, such as braces, veneers give you results immediately. Orthodontics can take months and even years for a significant change in your smile, but veneers improve the appearance of your teeth the moment they are bonded in place. In addition, whitening can also take several visits to a dental office. Veneers change the color of your teeth without the use of chemicals or multiple visits.

Stain Resistance

If you want to get veneers to restore your smile to the whiteness you once enjoyed, you don’t want to worry about your investment becoming stained again. Luckily, porcelain is a glass-like material that resists stains caused by the following:

  • Food
  • Drinks
  • Tobacco use
  • Certain medications

While you should certainly avoid the over-use of any of the above mentioned items, porcelain veneers can seal out those substances that can cause staining of your natural teeth. Some bonding cement may become stained over time, but proper dental hygiene can prevent any such problems.

Natural Appearance

Porcelain is a strong, translucent material that mimics the look of natural teeth. Unlike some other dental cosmetic work, veneers are almost indistinguishable from your other teeth. The translucence allows light to pass through the veneer, just as it would through your natural teeth. A trained dental professional should be able to match the color of the veneers to your other teeth as well, in order to create a cohesive result that looks natural, bright, and white.

Damage Repair

Leaving chips, cracks, or deep discolorations untreated can result in pain and further damage to your teeth. Porcelain veneers help repair that damage and leave you with teeth that look as they once did. Often, you may not need to replace a cracked or severely chipped tooth when veneers are applied. The veneers can act as a splint for the stabilization of your tooth. When bonded with your teeth, the porcelain becomes strong and durable and can even prevent tooth decay. If you are considering having veneers applied, call California Dental Group today at 1-800-407-0161. Our team is ready to solve your dental problems and give you the white, straight smile that you have always dreamed of having.

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